Tampons Found to Contain Pesticide Levels 40 Times Higher Than Safe Limit

A new report has revealed alarming levels of glyphosate, a pesticide linked to cancer, in tampons sold in UK shops. The Pesticide Action Network UK's study found that some tampons contained glyphosate at levels 40 times higher than the legal limit for drinking water. "It's concerning," said one of the researchers, "because chemicals absorbed through the vagina enter the bloodstream directly." The report calls for more robust government testing and greater transparency from manufacturers about the ingredients used in period products. The Department for Business and Trade has acknowledged public concern and urged anyone with worries to contact Citizens Advice or their local trading standards office. This discovery highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations to ensure the safety of period products.